GAMUT THEATRE GROUP AUDITIONS

 
 

Auditions: October 28, 29 & 30 | 2025

ABOUT THE PLAY

King Lear

By William Shakespeare

Directed by Thomas Weaver

“Who is it that can tell me who I am?”

Madness, treachery, and redemption descend like a storm in one of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedies. When the aging King Lear decides to divide his realm among his three daughters, an arrogant reaction sets in motion a dangerous tale of loyalty, deception, and the brutal cost of pride. As Lear grapples with the unraveling of his family and his mind, the play explores the limitless depths of human suffering and forgiveness. J. Clark Nicholson returns to the stage as the troubled king in this timeless masterpiece of power, betrayal, and the tragic fragility of existence.

Performance Dates: March 7 - 29 | 2026

Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm | Sundays at 2:30 PM


COMPENSATION

All roles are compensated. Actors will receive a one-time stipend at the close of the show. Amount of stipend varies pending size of role. At this time, Gamut cannot provide housing accommodations for actors.

AUDITION DATES

Actors may choose between three dates for Open Auditions: 

  • Tuesday, October 28 from 7:00 - 9:00 PM

  • Wednesday, October 29 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM

  • Thursday, October 30 from 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Callbacks are scheduled for Sunday, November 2 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM.

If you have an interest in auditioning but cannot make these audition times, please contact us at info@gamuttheatre.org to discuss other options.

AUDITION LOCATION

Auditions will be held at Gamut Theatre Group, 15 N Fourth Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101. Street parking is free after 5:00 PM and all day Sunday. The auditions will take place in the Alexander Grass Second Stage at Gamut Theatre, a ¾ thrust stage with minimal theatrical lighting.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS & PROCEDURE

  • Perform one classical monologue no more than 2 minutes in length.

  • Actors seeking a role that features singing may be asked to briefly sing a cappella.

  • Review the character descriptions listed below.

  • Complete the digital AUDITION FORM found at the bottom of this page.

  • You will receive an email from the Resident Theatre Manager confirming your 15 minute audition time slot.

  • Plan to arrive 10-15 minutes before your scheduled audition time.

  • Bring a headshot (head and shoulders photo) and a resume.

  • NOTE: Actors must be 16 years or older to audition.


WE ARE AUDITIONING FOR THE FOLLOWING ROLES:

NOTE: The role of KING LEAR has been cast.

NOTE: Any person auditioning may be considered for any role.

KENT + : Lear’s closest ally and friend, a tribal leader

FOOL : Lear’s advisor and seer, a druid bard and priest

GONERIL * : Lear’s eldest daughter

ALBANY : Goneril’s husband, a tribal leader

OSWALD + : Goneril’s steward, a warrior maiden

REGAN *+ : Lear’s middle daughter

CORNWALL : Regan’s husband, a tribal leader

CORDELIA * : Lear’s youngest daughter

FRANCE : Cordelia’s betrothed, a tribal leader

GLOUCESTER + : Lear’s ally, a tribal leader and warrior

EDGAR + : Gloucester’s legitimate son, a tribal lord

EDMUND + : Gloucester’s bastard son, a soldier

+ Denotes role featuring stage combat

* Denotes role featuring singing


CALLBACKS

Callbacks are scheduled for Sunday, November 2 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM. Please note your availability on the AUDITION FORM found at the bottom of this page. If you are called back, please wear clothes you can move in. Callbacks will take place in the Select Medical Mainstage at Gamut Theatre.

Actors will read from the following collection of sides from King Lear at callbacks.

REHEARSALS

Rehearsals for King Lear will begin in the middle of November, break for the holidays, and resume in January. Gamut Theatre rehearsals generally occur weekday evenings and weekend afternoons or evenings. Not everyone will be called for every rehearsal. Please indicate what time you would be able to start rehearsing on weekdays and weekends on your AUDITION FORM found at the bottom of this page. If you have a pre-existing conflict that prevents you from attending any rehearsals, please indicate this on your audition form. Sometimes (but not always) we can schedule around things if we know the situation in advance. Scheduling conflicts reported after auditions may not be accommodated. If you repeatedly miss rehearsals, your role will be recast.

Please be honest and accurate regarding any conflicts you think you might have.

Actors must be available for ALL performances.


MISSION AND INCLUSIVITY 

All actors regardless of gender, gender identity, race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, and/or disability are encouraged to apply. Gamut Theatre is an ADA-accessible facility, and we will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations to facilitate access, such as welcoming interpreters when they are needed and providing audition materials in advance to artists with disabilities. Gamut Theatre Group’s mission is to tell classic stories in new and exciting ways. Our vision is a world where all people cherish classic stories and share them with future generations. If you are an actor who believes in our mission and shares our vision, please audition for Gamut Theatre’s production of Shakespeare’s King Lear.

AUDITION CHECKLIST

Are you ready to audition for King Lear? Make sure you’ve completed these steps!

✔️ Read ALL the audition information listed above on the website!

✔️ Fill out the digital AUDITION FORM found at the bottom of this page!

✔️ Wait for a confirmation email from the Resident Theatre Manager confirming your 15 minute audition time slot. If you do not receive an email within 72 hours, please contact us at info@gamuttheatre.org.

✔️ Show up 15 minutes early to your audition with your headshot, resume, and monologue! Oh, and break a leg!

AUDITION FORM